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Top 5 Miami-Dade Medicare Advantage Plans

The word “Top” is relative in a number of ways. What makes a Medicare Advantage Plan a “Top” plan? Who decides if the plan is a “Top” plan? How does this affect your choices for the Medicare Advantage Plan that works best for you? In other words, what does or

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Medicare Advantage Fraud: Kaiser Permanente

Anytime you reward an entity monetarily for an act you run the risk of having them extort loopholes or commit outright fraud. We have Medicare fraud, waste, and abuse regulations to hopefully curb that desire, but still, we see this behavior break through from time to time. Most recently there

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What Is a Yearly Wellness Visit?

The Yearly Wellness Visit, also known as the Annual Wellness Visit, is a yearly appointment that Medicare covers for its beneficiaries. A Yearly Wellness Visit is created to help Medicare beneficiaries maintain good health by detecting signs of disease early on and taking a precautionary approach to their healthcare. The

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Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Medicare

In 2020, nearly 1.8 million people will be diagnosed with cancer in the U.S., according to seer.cancer.gov. Cancer can affect any area of the body, including the blood cells, bone marrow, and lymphatic system. Did you know that September is worldwide leukemia and lymphoma awareness month?  These are two forms

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Does Medicare Cover Palliative Care?

If you or someone you know faces a serious illness, you could benefit from palliative care. You can have this care at any stage in your illness. Palliative care might be part of end-of-life care, but it’s also an essential area of general patient care — whenever it’s needed. Let’s

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What to Expect When Working with a Medicare Agent

Medicare is a maze of healthcare choices. The different parts and plans can be hard to understand, especially for a Medicare newbie. Many folks refer to Medicare agents to help them sort through their options and pick the best plan for their needs. Here’s how you can benefit from working

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